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The central purpose of FCI’s participation was to highlight how OMSS (D) plays a pivotal role in ensuring wider availability of food grains in the open market
The Food Corporation of India (FCI) made a strong and focussed impact at World Food India 2025, Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by showcasing its flagship market intervention initiative — the Open Market Sale Scheme (Domestic), or OMSS (D). Organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India, the event brought together global stakeholders in the food and agri-business sectors, offering FCI a strategic platform to promote awareness and participation in OMSS (D).
The central purpose of FCI’s participation was to highlight how OMSS (D) plays a pivotal role in ensuring wider availability of food grains in the open market, helping moderate prices and providing direct access to small/bulk consumers and vendors across India. Through a dedicated, informative stall, FCI presented the structure, impact, and benefits of the scheme in an accessible and engaging manner. Visitors were guided through the registration process, e-auction mechanism, and overall flow of the scheme via live
Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, who toured the FCI stall and commended its thematic focus on OMSS. He appreciated FCI’s strong public outreach and its efforts toward stabilizing food grain prices through such a well-structured market intervention scheme. The Minister also acknowledged the broader theme presented by FCI — “Food for All, Life for All” — which reflects the Organization’s core commitment to Food Security and Public Service.
The FCI Stall’s success was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the FCI Delhi Region, which was entrusted with the responsibility of organizing and managing the entire setup. Under the leadership of KP Asha, General Manager (Region), the Delhi team ensured a seamless and professional presentation that aligned with the Corporation’s goals. The execution was widely praised for its clarity, design, and accessibility.
Beyond OMSS, the stall also offered visitors a glimpse into FCI’s broader operations — from procurement at Minimum Support Price (MSP), to scientific warehousing, logistics, and distribution through the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS). Live displays and digital tools showcased FCI’s evolving quality control mechanisms and integration of technology, including AI-driven monitoring systems and the Depot Online System (DOS), reinforcing its transformation into a modern, data-driven organisation.